September 2011
Editor's Note
Editor's Note Contents
In this issue of Events Asia, we cover The China Incentive, Business Travel & Meetings Exhibition (CIBTM) 2011. Besides the usual MICE stories, this month's issue also focuses on the trade events poised to take place in Singapore. These fall under the TravelRave umbrella and include international events such as ITB Asia 2011 and Web In Travel Conference 2011.
James Chen | Editor, Events james.chen@tenalpsasia.com
Editor's Note + Contents Trends in Asia's MICE Industry
Singapore News
SACEOS & Industry Guru to publish First Exhibition Book 3 TravelRave returns to Singapore in October 2011
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ITB Asia 2011 announces largest ever conference programme
Feature CIBTM Show Report
Regional News Sofi tel's 'Inspired Meeting' Experience in Bora Bora Malaysia's twin deal for Chinese Incentive Planners
Venue Showcase Club Avatar
Dining Mövenpick Heritage Hotel Sentosa KU DÉ TA Restaurant Presents Modern Asian Cuisine
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